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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 431: An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in procedure, providing for acceptable denials.

SB 431 amends Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law (2008) to clarify definitions of public records and update procedures for agencies denying requests. It directly affects Pennsylvania residents seeking public records and government agencies handling those requests. Key provisions include defining specific record types more clearly and establishing new, acceptable reasons for agencies to deny requests, such as protecting privacy or ongoing investigations. The bill aims to make the process more transparent and consistent for both citizens and government entities.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 1966: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure, further providing for assistance to tribunals and litigants outside this Commonwealth with respect to service and for issuance of subpoena; in commencement of proceedings, further providing for authority of officers of another state to arrest in this Commonwealth; and, in detainers and extradition, further providing for definitions, for duty of Governor with respect to fugitives from justice and for presigned waiver of extradition.

HB 1966 proposes amendments to Pennsylvania's judicial statutes to improve cooperation with courts and law enforcement in other states. It would allow Pennsylvania courts to assist out-of-state tribunals with serving legal documents and issuing subpoenas within Pennsylvania, and permit officers from other states to make arrests in Pennsylvania without local warrants. The bill also updates definitions related to detainers and extradition, clarifying the Governor's role in handling fugitives from justice. These changes aim to streamline interstate legal processes for courts, law enforcement, and litigants.

Mary Jo Daley (D) · 22 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 2048: An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Civic Information Consortium; providing for administrative, fiscal or logistical services and governance and duties of the Pennsylvania Civic Information Consortium, for grantmaking priorities, for editorial independence, for public access and transparency and for long-term funding strategy.

HB 2048 establishes the Pennsylvania Civic Information Consortium, a new entity tasked with supporting local news and civic information access. The bill outlines the Consortium’s governance structure, sets grant priorities to fund local journalism initiatives, and requires strict editorial independence to prevent government influence over funded content. It mandates public access to the Consortium’s activities and decisions while defining a long-term funding strategy for sustainability. This bill directly affects local news organizations receiving grants and the public seeking reliable civic information.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 2047: An Act establishing the Local News Fellowship Program; imposing duties on an administering institution; and providing for administration of the Local News Fellowship Program.

HB 2047 establishes a Local News Fellowship Program to support journalists in local news organizations. The bill requires an administering institution (not specified in the context) to manage the program, including selecting fellows and distributing funds. It directly affects local news outlets and journalists by providing structured fellowship opportunities. The program’s administration details are outlined in the bill, though specific funding levels or eligibility criteria aren't provided in the given context.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 1643: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in dockets, indices and other records, further providing for enforcement of foreign judgments.

HB 1643 modifies Pennsylvania law to clarify how courts enforce foreign judgments. It prohibits courts from enforcing foreign judgments related to reproductive health care services, including pregnancy-related care, contraception, or abortion. The bill specifies that such judgments cannot be enforced against providers for services delivered in medical facilities. This change applies to all foreign judgments filed in Pennsylvania courts under the existing enforcement procedures. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Mary Jo Daley (D) · 22 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 1641: An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in insurance, providing for adverse actions against legal reproductive health care.

HB 1641 prohibits Pennsylvania medical liability insurers from taking adverse actions against healthcare providers who offer legal reproductive health services, including abortion care via telemedicine, to out-of-state patients. It specifically bans insurers from refusing coverage renewals, raising premiums, or reporting providers solely for providing such services that comply with Pennsylvania law. The law applies to providers prescribing medication to terminate pregnancies for out-of-state patients using telemedicine. This directly affects insurers and healthcare providers serving patients in states with stricter abortion laws, preventing insurance penalties for legal telemedicine care.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Mary Jo Daley (D) · 23 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 1640: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of evidence, providing for protection of reproductive health services records.

HB 1640 protects patient privacy for reproductive health care records in Pennsylvania. It requires healthcare providers (covered entities) to obtain written permission from patients before sharing records related to permitted reproductive services - such as pregnancy care, contraception, or abortion - except in limited circumstances like court orders, abuse investigations, or legal defense needs. The law explicitly preserves existing confidentiality protections under other state laws, including those for mental health and domestic violence services. It applies directly to patients seeking reproductive health care and the healthcare providers handling their records.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

Mary Jo Daley (D) · 24 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 2005: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in abortion, further providing for medical consultation and judgment and for informed consent.

HB 2005 would amend Pennsylvania's abortion-related statutes to require specific medical consultations and informed consent procedures before an abortion can be performed. The bill would mandate that healthcare providers discuss certain medical details and ensure patients understand the procedure and potential risks. This applies directly to licensed physicians and clinics providing abortion services in Pennsylvania. The bill is currently pending in the Judiciary Committee after recent committee actions, but has not yet been voted on by the full legislature.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 670: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in abortion, providing for access to reproductive health services facilities; in particular rights and immunities, providing for action for blocking access to reproductive health services facility; and imposing penalties.

HB 670 would protect access to abortion clinics in Pennsylvania by creating a legal right for people to enter reproductive health services facilities and allowing lawsuits against individuals or entities that block access. It amends criminal and judicial statutes to define "blocking access" as a violation and imposes penalties for such actions. The bill directly affects patients seeking abortion care, clinic staff, and anyone attempting to obstruct facility access. Key provisions include enabling civil lawsuits for damages and establishing specific criminal penalties for interference with facility access.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Lindsay Powell (D) · 37 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 2192: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Commonwealth Housing Council; and providing for duties of council.

HB 2192 establishes the Commonwealth Housing Council to coordinate housing policies across Pennsylvania state agencies and local governments. The council will include 15 members: state agency secretaries, legislative appointees, mayors of major cities, county executives, and housing experts appointed by the Governor and legislative leaders. It requires the council to meet quarterly and coordinate housing strategies to improve policy implementation. This bill creates a new coordination body without altering existing housing laws or funding.

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SR 224: A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution (SR 224) formally recognizes February 2026 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania. It is a symbolic gesture by the Pennsylvania Senate, not a law with direct effects on residents or policy changes. The resolution acknowledges the historical contributions of African Americans and aligns with the national observance established by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). It does not create new programs, alter regulations, or impact any specific groups beyond encouraging residents to learn about Black history.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 2188: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to expand Pennsylvania's property tax exemption for veterans. It would extend the exemption to veterans with a 100% disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (or equivalent federal program), including those unable to work due to service-connected disabilities. The exemption would also cover unmarried surviving spouses of eligible veterans, including those whose spouses died in action, as POWs, or were declared missing in action. Local governments could choose to offer partial tax exemptions to veterans with lower disability ratings. The amendment requires voter approval after legislative passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Veterans